An autopsy determined Fechter had been shot and bludgeoned in the head.  Investigators searching Seley’s home found clothing with what appeared to be bloodstains, and two witnesses told investigators Seley had admitted to them he’d killed or “popped” his brother. The defense argued it was self-defense.

Seley is scheduled to be sentenced Feb. 18. The mandatory sentence for first-degree murder in Iowa is life without parole.